The buttery and delicate taste of cheese shines bright in these vegetable side dishes.

Asparagus Casserole

Blanching the asparagus before assembling this casserole helps to maintain its vibrant green color.

This asparagus casserole is perfect for the holidays or a weeknight dinner.

Asparagus Casserole

Photo: Jason Donnelly

Garlic-Parmesan Melting Potatoes

Crispy, buttery, cheesy, garlicky potatoeswhat else could you ask for?

Serve these melt-in-your-mouth potatoes alongside steak, pork chops, chicken or fish.

If you have leftovers, throw them into a breakfast scramble the next morning.

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This easy side dish is perfect paired with chicken, burgers or steak.

Creamy Broccoli & Mushroom Casserole

This creamy broccoli and mushroom casserole is as comforting as it gets.

A cheesy sauce filled with mushrooms coats tender-crisp broccoli, and a panko breadcrumb topping adds a crispy finish.

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Serve this crowd-pleasing side with roasted chicken, pork or steak.

Slow-Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

What’s not to love about this easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe?

It has potatoes and ooey-gooey cheese, all combined with a can of condensed cream of chicken soup!

a recipe photo of the Parmesan & Herb Crusted Zucchini

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst

Whip up this kid-friendly side dish anytime you have a crowd to feed.

Zucchini Parmesan Casserole

This is an excellent veggie side dish for summer, when zucchini are abundant.

Melty Parmesan cheese is in the mix to bring it all together.

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A mixture of Parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze adds tons of flavor.

Serve the whole roasted cauliflower with roast chicken, turkey or pork or as part of a vegetarian meal.

It can be prepped ahead of time, making it perfect for your next big gathering.

a dish of Potato & Leek Gratin

Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower

You’ll be craving your vegetables with this easy and oh-so-delicious recipe.

Cauliflower gets sweet and tender as it caramelizes from the high heat of roasting.

A sprinkling of Cheddar and herbs and a squeeze of lemon on top make it crave-worthy.

Creamy Broccoli-Mushroom Casserole

Will Dickey

The result is a cheesy side dish that will have everyone rushing to eat their vegetables.

Try this quick vegetable dish along with chicken, fish or really any main course.

It’s also great in salads or warm grain bowls.

Slow-Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

Tip: Preheating the pan helps the broccoli to brown and develop nutty flavors.

Love Loaded Baked Potatoes?

Serve for the holidays or as a hearty side dish with roast chicken.

zucchini parmesan pesto casserole

Brie Passano

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Twice-Baked Potatoes Casserole

Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin

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a sheet pan with cauliflower and a wooden spatula

Loaded Broccoli Casserole

Jason Donnelly

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a recipe photo of the Smashed Loaded Zucchini

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen

a recipe photo of the Loaded Cauliflower Salad

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst

cauliflower casserole with mixed-seed crust